2013 bmw x3 Model Overview

Vehicle Overview

There are plenty of more affordable luxury crossovers out there than the BMW X3, but few can match its performance. The 2013 BMW X3
remains one of the sportiest crossovers money can buy, and although you’ll need to spend a bit more cash to get behind the wheel of one, the X3 is worth it.

Available in two trim levels (xDrive28i
and xDrive35i), the compact luxury crossover gets a new turbo 2.0L I-4 that replaces the previous X3’s base I-6. The new four-banger, also offered in the 3 Series and many other BMW models, puts out 240 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque, achieving an EPA-estimated 21/28 mpg city/highway. Should drivers want a peppier X3, the xDrive35i has a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-6 underneath its hood, which cranks out 300 hp and 300 lb-ft. What’s even more impressive is that this higher-powered model doesn’t compromise too much fuel efficiency, as it achieves 19/26 mpg, which is better than the less powerful Lexus RX 350. xDrive all-wheel drive is standard, and an eight-speed automatic is the only transmission available. In addition to the new four-cylinder engine in 2013, all models receive standard Auto Stop/Start tech and an Eco Pro mode that optimizes drivetrain and climate control settings to maximize efficiency.

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2013 BMW X3 Pricing

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price

$38,850

Certified Pre Owned Pricewhat is this?

$19,450

Certified Pre-Owned Price is the approximate price a consumer can expect to pay at a dealership for a used vehicle that has passed the manufacturer's certification process. This price applies only to vehicles covered under an automaker's CPO program, not to a dealership's own "certified" used price.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Units Affected

76191

Recall ID#13V570000 - AIR BAGS

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.

Recall Date

2013-11-15

Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.

Remedy

BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Units Affected

8988

Recall ID#13V454000 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Consequence

A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will modify the vehicles to prevent insufficient vacuum pump lubrication, free of charge. The safety recall began on January 31, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Units Affected

76191

Recall ID#14V627000 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM

Consequence

A failure of the brake vacuum pump results in a reduction in braking power that could increase the risk of a crash.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will install a locking ring in the camshaft to retain the camshaft seal disk in the proper location, free of charge. The recall began on December 2, 2014. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Units Affected

8988

Recall ID#13V570000 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT PANEL

Consequence

In the event of a crash, the air bag could improperly deploy, thereby reducing the effectiveness of the air bag's protection and increasing the risk of injury to the front passenger. In addition, parts or fragments from the air bag system could strike and injure the front passenger or other vehicle occupants.

Recall Date

2013-11-15

Description

BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2013 X3 xDrive 28i/35i vehicles manufactured February 11, 2013, through February 27, 2013. Due to a production process error, the tear seam on the instrument panel was not manufactured correctly.

Remedy

BMW has notified owners and dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on December 11, 2013. Owners may contact BMW customer relations at 1-800-525-7417 or email BMW at CustomerRelations@bmwusa.com.

Units Affected

3

Recall ID#16V333000 - CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

Consequence

Damaged lower anchor bars may increase the child's risk of injury in the event of a crash.

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will weld a reinforcing bracket to the lower anchor bars and the vehicle body, free of charge. The recall began on July 13, 2016. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

Units Affected

188668

Recall ID#17V495000 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE

Consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator housing could separate from the base plate and result in metal striking the vehicle occupants, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Recall Date

2017-08-08

Description

BMW of North America, LLC. (BMW) is recalling certain 2012-2013 BMW X3 xDrive28i, X3 xDrive35i, and M6 Convertible vehicles and 2013 M6 Coupe vehicles. The affected vehicles have a driver's frontal air bag inflator that may have been improperly welded.

Remedy

BMW will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's front air bag module, free of charge. The recall began October 6, 2017. Owners may contact BMW customer service at 1-800-525-7417.

2013 BMW X3 News and Reviews

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